WMU Today

WMU Today is a compilation of internal announcements for faculty, staff and retirees. Items are posted by individuals from across the institution. Click on each headline to read the complete text of specific bulletins.
Posted by Eric McConnell for Make a Difference Awards

The Make A Difference Selection Committee is now seeking supporting nomination materials for the  2025-26 Make A Difference Annual Award. Nominate a colleague who has received a Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 Make A Difference Semiannual Award now through May 31 at . View annual award candidates.

A committee of peers will select award recipients based on your comments rather than the individual's reputation, title or position. Provide specific information and use descriptive examples in support of your nominee to ensure they get the full consideration they deserve. For selection criteria and detailed program information, view the program guidelines. Annual Award recipients will be honored at WMU Fall Award Celebration.

Posted by Tom Thinnes for College of Aviation

This event welcomes golfers of all skill levels for sun, laughs, industry networking, and friendly competition, all in support of the WMU College of Aviation Alumni and Friends Scholarship Fund. Join the fun on Monday, June 15.  Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m., followed by a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Your registration includes lunch during the outing, dinner afterward, raffle opportunities, prizes, and plenty of chances to connect with the Bronco aviation community.  This outing is for any, all, or no skill level!  Registration: $150 per golfer (premium options available for added cost) Golf Outing Registration (www.wmualumni.org/aviationgolf )

 

Posted by Jillian Fraze for College of Health and Human Services

Please save the Date for the 2026 Suicide Prevention Conference, Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Strengthening Campus-Community Connections hosted by the School of Interdisciplinary Health Programs at WMU.

Join us on September 18, 2026 as we build a stronger, more connected network of youth mental health support across Southwest Michigan.

Room 4010, College of Health and Human Services, 

To stay informed about the event and to receive registration information when it’s available, please fill out this interest form.


Posted by Cara Junghans for Digital Accessibility

WMU faculty and staff now have access to the Siteimprove Learning Hub, which offers self-paced training focused on digital accessibility and inclusive web practices. Faculty and staff are encouraged to explore the platform and select learning paths that align with their roles and responsibilities.  

These courses provide practical guidance for creating accessible websites, documents and digital content across web and learning management system (LMS) platforms, supporting WMU’s ongoing digital accessibility efforts. 

Learn how to access the Learning Hub and get started